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Early Bird tuition is $375 through December 31, 2025. January registration is $425. Register by Feb 1 for the first weekend, by Feb 15 for the remaining weekends. Spots are limited. Sign up NOW for summer missions at Hinton! Register and send in your first deposit by 1/15/26 for a 10% discount! The Peacock Performing Arts Center is excited to announce AUDITIONS for Neil Simon's CHAPTER TWO! The Folk School features some of the finest eclectic roots music. This special concert features Lon Eldridge and our own Rob Tiger. The Oaks’ Barrel Club is your passport to a world of fine spirits and wines, featuring exclusive tastings and expert-led sessions. Every Thursday, from the comfort of your own living room...2:00-3:30 p.m. EST. Chamber Director Jim Rich is featured on Facebook every Friday to discuss local happenings. Come sit a spell at the Corner Coffee & Wine Shop... Calling all students ages 6-16! Get ready for Ms. Robbie's "Acting for Auditions Workshop". Space is limited! Start the year by connecting your students with the Lord, each other, and you. Bring your youth group! Join us for our Poor Man's Dinner. All proceeds will benefit the Women's Unity Conference. Every Thursday, from the comfort of your own living room...2:00-3:30 p.m. EST. Chamber Director Jim Rich is featured on Facebook every Friday to discuss local happenings. Calling all students ages 6-16! Get ready for Ms. Robbie's "Acting for Auditions Workshop". Space is limited! Every Thursday, from the comfort of your own living room...2:00-3:30 p.m. EST. Chamber Director Jim Rich is featured on Facebook every Friday to discuss local happenings. Janson's live shows and songwriting set him on a path of great success with billions of global streams! No experience necessary! No experience necessary! Cozy up with your sweetheart this
Valentine’s Day in front of our fireplace!
Saturday, February 14th
Valentine’s Day Buffet
Seating’s available from 5PM-9PM
Advance Reservations Strongly Recommended Come on out! Grab a seat and enjoy an evening of Appalachian storytelling. Discover the soul-stirring magic of original music at "Songwriters Showcase 58," happening on February 21, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Nestled in the comforting ambience of the illustrious Peacock, this beloved local event, hosted and curated by the charismatic ... You don't want to miss the 2026 Christian Unity Revival! Join us all week. Sunday starts at 6pm, all other nights start at 7. The Watershed Gala is an upscale social gathering that celebrates good water quality, still being measured in many rivers, lakes, and streams, and recognizes those who work to sustain it. Features a menu of heavy hors d’oeuvres and drinks; live music; ... Chapter Two, by Neil Simon
Romantic Comedy.
Recent widower, writer George Schneider, is encouraged by his younger brother Leo to start dating again. This sends George into even more depression after a series of bad matches. Then Leo comes up with ... This year's guest speaker is Shannon Perry, author of Grace and Guts. Music will be provided by Ashley and Priscilla Franks. Come on out! Grab a seat and enjoy an evening of Appalachian storytelling. Wyatt Espalin is an award-winning singer-songwriter, fiddler, and storyteller whose music captures the raw beauty of his Appalachian roots. His songs, rich with vivid storytelling and emotional depth, resonate with audiences across the country. Tattoo You is a 7-piece Rolling Stones Tribute band. Their unique brand of entertainment and performance style showcases a tight sound and high energy that keeps the crowd naturally high and always wanting more. A beautiful blend of gospel, bluegrass, and southern gospel music - join us! Dr. Iconic-Tribute to Iconic Bands/Songs of the '70s & '80s
Iconic is a word used often for the amazing bands and songs of the 70’s and 80’s. Those bands and artists wrote and performed songs that are timeless and still resonate with fans today. Dr. ... All new event for you Ford owners and lovers of all things Ford. Georgia Mountain Ford Nationals is going to be at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds located in Hiawassee Georgia April 2-4, 2026. This event is open to all Ford cars and trucks, all years ... Greg Shaddix is a songwriter, frontman, photographer, and storyteller deeply rooted in the North Georgia music scene. His music, often described as “Hippie Tonk,” blends Americana, folk, country, and blues into a soulful sound that feels both timeless ... Sip, stroll, and savor the beauty of the mountains at the Hiawassee Highlands Wine Festival. Sample wines from 30+ premier regional wineries, enjoy live music by Wyatt Espalin & friends on two stages, browse unique artisan goods, and indulge in tasty ... Inspired by their own influences and the roots of traditional and newgrass music, North Carolina–based quintet Unspoken Tradition channels a sound that is both impassioned and nostalgic—equal parts hard-driving fire and heartfelt sincerity. Their music ... Come on out! Grab a seat and enjoy an evening of Appalachian storytelling. iscover the soul-stirring magic of original music at "Songwriters Showcase 59," happening on April 18, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Nestled in the comforting ambience of the illustrious Peacock, this beloved local event, hosted and curated by the charismatic Rob ... Lies and Pies! – 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25th. The World's Biggest Liar's Event and a Finger-licking Good Local Pie Contest
Enjoy our big, big liar’s event with whoppers, yarn-spinning, tall tale-telling, and big fib-stretching, where music sets the ... The 2026 Summer Concert Series opens on May 1, 2026 with Run Katie Run! It Runs in the Family by Ray Cooney Farce
Britain's master farceur ( Two Into One, Run For Your Wife, et al. ) is at it again. Set in a hospital, It Runs in the Family contains the usual assortment of farcical nuts running in and out of doors ... The 2026 Summer Concert Series features Southern Vantage! Georgia Mountain Fire & Smoke Cooking Festival is a gathering of ceramic cooking fans and experienced cooks from all across the country and Canada. The cooks will be showcasing their skills and talents and will be preparing their specialty recipes all ... Come on out! Grab a seat and enjoy an evening of Appalachian storytelling. This is a professional hard driving show from start to finish that will transport you back to the golden era of rock.
Featured vocalist Mike Kelly has an amazing singing voice, tone and delivery flawlessly encapsulating the feel and tone John ... Discover the soul-stirring magic of original music at "Songwriters Showcase 60," happening on May 23, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Nestled in the comforting ambience of the illustrious Peacock, this beloved local event, hosted and curated by the charismatic Rob ... Join us at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds for three days of Rodeo fun! Enjoy the best bucking horses, bulls, world class contestants from all over the United States and Canada, and the top-of-the-line specialty acts! This is a family event that will ... From A Boy Named Sue to Ring of Fire to Rusty Cage, Johnny Folsom 4 is the ultimate tribute to the legendary Man in Black. While nobody really sounds like Johnny Cash, nobody sounds more like Johnny Cash than Johnny Folsom 4.
Lead singer David ... Whether or not your family's heritage has Scottish ties, come experience Scotland without the need of a passport or international flight across the ocean. Highland dancers, Scottish athletes, family clans, bagpipes and drums and traditional musicians ... Tell Me Lies showcases the timeless hits of Fleetwood Mac, a band renowned for their exceptional song writing and energetic live performances. The accomplished members of Tell Me Lies have been creating music together in various styles and combinations ... Discover the soul-stirring magic of original music at "Songwriters Showcase 61," happening on June 13, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Nestled in the comforting ambience of the illustrious Peacock, this beloved local event, hosted and curated by the charismatic Rob ... Come on out! Grab a seat and enjoy an evening of Appalachian storytelling. The Hiawassee Rod Run is presented by Kahr Motorsports & the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds. Open to any 1979 and earlier car as well as any 1999 and earlier truck. Any performance or sport domestic vehicles welcome. $5,000 in CASH Giveaways!
Daily ... Get ready for a night of supercharged hot ragtime jazz with a touch of rock and roll! Blair Crimmins and the Hookers deliver a high-energy show packed with roaring horns, infectious rhythms, and vintage flair. With the swagger of the 1920s and the ... The prettiest place to watch fireworks on the 4th is at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds! Family friendly and plenty of room for everyone to spread out and enjoy. Bring your American Pride and let's celebrate America's Birthday!
Festivities begin at ... Join Grammy-nominated musician Daniel Kimbro alongside soulful Americana artist Sam Lewis for an unforgettable evening steeped in Appalachian roots and heartfelt storytelling.
Raised on American roots music in eastern Tennessee, Daniel Kimbro has ... Come on out! Grab a seat and enjoy an evening of Appalachian storytelling. **Tonight's event is in the Festival Barn.** Discover the soul-stirring magic of original music at "Songwriters Showcase 62," happening on July 18, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Nestled in the comforting ambience of the illustrious Peacock, this beloved local event, hosted and curated by the charismatic Rob ... We have a fun family night planned for you with Kids Activities, Vendors, Food Trucks & a Laser Light show! Bring your own chairs and blankets.
Admission: $10 per person, Children 12 & under are FREE 9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking ... Come on out! Grab a seat and enjoy an evening of Appalachian storytelling. FreeBird is The Ultimate Lynyrd Skynyrd Experience. The band has decades of professional experience, including world tours, record label deals (Joey recorded for TwinTone, A&M, Columbia, Atlantic - Matt signed with TVT and Ace of Hearts Records), and ... An Evening of Appalachian Tales – 7:30 p.m. Saturday, August 22nd. Old time music and dance. Toe-tapping songs and Appalachian storytelling. Grab a seat, sit a spell, and enjoy the view for an evening of mountain music, story, dancing and more. From ... Get ready to sing your heart out to all your favorite Taylor Swift hits! Feeling 22 is the ultimate tribute band, bringing every era of Taylor’s iconic music to life. With spot-on vocals, dazzling energy, and all the sing-along moments you love, this ... Since 2003, Firecracker Jazz Band has captivated audiences with electrifying performances at street corners, secret speakeasies, nationwide jazz festivals, and prestigious venues like Bonnaroo and the Kennedy Center. Based in the vibrant musical hub of ... This tribute to Steely Dan brings the funky grooves, jazz sensibility and sharp lyrics of Fagan and Becker’s classics to life.
The Fine Colombians: A Steely Dan Tribute play note for note recreations of the hits, the classics, the deep tracks from ... Come on out! Grab a seat and enjoy an evening of Appalachian storytelling. Gnarly Fingers is Clay County Progress Reader's Choice Award for 2025, Best Musical Group. This four piece acoustic band specializes in three part harmonies. These local favorites cover music from the greatest songwriters in addition to their own ... Discover the soul-stirring magic of original music at "Songwriters Showcase 63," happening on September 26, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Nestled in the comforting ambience of the illustrious Peacock, this beloved local event, hosted and curated by the charismatic ... Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure a mystery adapted by Steven Dietz, based on the original 1899 play by William Gillette and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
The world’s greatest detective has seemingly reached the end of his remarkable career when a case ... Come on out! Grab a seat and enjoy an evening of Appalachian storytelling. DMTB is a celebration of the music of the Dave Matthews Band – a time machine to a funky tea party in the 90’s, a boisterous time of tape trading, sing-alongs, and exploration into a new sonic landscape.
For over 20 years, the Dave Matthews Tribute ... Discover the soul-stirring magic of original music at "Songwriters Showcase 64," happening on October 24, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Nestled in the comforting ambience of the illustrious Peacock, this beloved local event, hosted and curated by the charismatic ... Stage Fright - Ghost Stories at the Peacock – 7:30 p.m. Friday, October 30th. Part Casper the Ghost. Part Addams Family. Join a ghostly gathering of creepy tales, chilling stories and family-friendly fun with tricks and treats for the kids, a costume ... The Ray Howard band is an exciting Band that specializes in Classic Soul/R&B, The Earth, Wind & Fire Experience and Motown Tribute shows! The band provides live music that is cross-generational and fun! The Stranger, featuring Mike Santoro, is the nation's most authentic tribute to Billy Joel. This extraordinary event promises to deliver the closest encounter you’ll have to experiencing Billy Joel himself.
With an unparalleled drive for ... Come on out! Grab a seat and enjoy an evening of Appalachian storytelling. Relive the golden era of jazz. In sweeping harmonies and velvety tunes, experience the fusion of Frank Sinatra's suave vocals and Nancy Wilson's soulful voice in this special Holiday tribute featuring Karla Harris and Joe Gransden.
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR LEADERSHIP CHATUGE
8:00 AM
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR THEOTOKOS CONFIRMATION RETREATS - HINTON CENTER
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR SUMMER MISSIONS AT HINTON CENTER - 10% DISCOUNT IF REGISTERED BY jANUARY 15TH
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
AUDITIONS FOR "CHAPTER TWO" - PEACOCK PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
CONCERT WITH LON ELDRIDGE AND ROB TIGER
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
THE OAKS BARREL CLUB
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
TELL IT LIKE IT IS - STORY SWAP
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
CHAMBER DIRECTOR JIM RICH ON WKRK VIDEO
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
OPEN MIC NIGHT - STORIES ON THE SQUARE
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
CHILDREN'S "ACTING FOR AUDITIONS WORKSHOP" AGES 6-10
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
WINTER YOUTH RETREAT
3:00 PM - 12:00 PM
POOR MAN'S DINNER - FIRST FREE WILL BAPTIST CHURCH
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
TELL IT LIKE IT IS - STORY SWAP
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
CHAMBER DIRECTOR JIM RICH ON WKRK VIDEO
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
CHILDREN'S "ACTING FOR AUDITIONS WORKSHOP" AGES 11-16
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
TELL IT LIKE IT IS - STORY SWAP
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
CHAMBER DIRECTOR JIM RICH ON WKRK VIDEO
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Chris Janson
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
AUDITIONS FOR SUMMER CAMP 2026: "THE ADVENTURES OF PETER PAN"
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
AUDITIONS FOR SUMMER CAMP 2026: "THE ADVENTURES OF PETER PAN"
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
VALENTINE’S DAY DINNER BUFFET AT BRASSTOWN VALLEY RESORT - 2026
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
AN EVENING OF APPALACHIAN STORYTELLING
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Songwriters Showcase 58
7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
CHRISTIAN UNITY REVIVAL - FIRST FREE WILL BAPTIST CHURCH
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Watershed Gala Fundraiser for MountainTrue
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Chapter Two
7:30 PM - 5:00 PM
WOMEN'S UNITY CONFERENCE
3:00 PM
AN EVENING OF APPALACHIAN STORYTELLING
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Wyatt Espalin & The Riverstones
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Tattoo You - Rolling Stones Tribute
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Lakeside Gospel Group
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Dr. Iconic - 70s & 80s Icons
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Georgia Mountain Ford Nationals
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Greg Shaddix - A Bob Dylan / John Prine Tribute
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Hiawassee Highlands Wine Festival
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
CCCRA Benefit Concert- Unspoken Traditions
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
AN EVENING OF APPALACHIAN STORYTELLING
7:00 PM
Songwriters Showcase 59
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Lies & Pies : Scribes on Stage
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
CCCRA 2026 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES - RUN KATIE RUN
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
It Runs in the Family
7:30 PM - 5:00 PM
CCCRA 2026 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES - SOUTHERN VANTAGE
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Georgia Mountain Fire & Smoke Cooking Festival
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
AN EVENING OF APPALACHIAN STORYTELLING
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Bad Moon Riders - Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Songwriters Showcase 60
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Hiawassee Pro Rodeo
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Johnny Folsom 4 - Johnny Cash Tribute
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Georgia Mountain Scottish Festival & Highland Games
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tell Me Lies - The Fleetwood Mac Experience
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Songwriters Showcase 61
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
AN EVENING OF APPALACHIAN STORYTELLING
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Hiawassee Rod Run
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Blair Crimmins & The Hookers
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
July 4th Fireworks
3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Sam Lewis & Daniel Kimbro
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
AN EVENING OF APPALACHIAN STORYTELLING
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Songwriters Showcase 62
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Laser Light Show
5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
9 to 5: The Musical
7:30 PM - 5:00 PM
AN EVENING OF APPALACHIAN STORYTELLING
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
FreeBird -Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Appalachian Tales: Scribes on Stage
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Feeling 22 - Taylor Swift Tribute
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Firecracker Jazz Band
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
The Fine Colombians - A Steely Dan Tribute
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
AN EVENING OF APPALACHIAN STORYTELLING
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Gnarly Fingers
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Songwriters Showcase 63
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure
7:30 PM - 5:00 PM
AN EVENING OF APPALACHIAN STORYTELLING
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Dave Matthews Tribute Band
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Songwriters Showcase 64
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Stage Fright: Ghost Stories at The Peacock
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
The Ray Howard Band: A Motown and Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
The Stranger: A Billy Joel Tribute
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
AN EVENING OF APPALACHIAN STORYTELLING
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Swingin' in Harmony: The Frank Sinatra & Nancy Wilson Holiday Tribute
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM